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Humayun’s Mosque in Kachpura ( Agra) was constructed in 1530 ( as per inscription), when Humayun ascended the throne.

it’s a short walk through narrow, interesting lanes and bylanes.

Also known as Panchmukhi masjid bec of its 5 arches

There are many graves in the compound with exquisite calligraphy on red sandstone. Obviously from the Mughal era

Has been whitewashed now by the Mosque committee.

Regular Prayers arevheld here

The inscriptions

Kachpura belonged to the Kachwaha Raj put Man Singh hence the nme

Children live oblivious of history in bliss.

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